Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Prairie Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Prairie Crossing Elementary School's student population of 612 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Prairie Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prairie Crossing Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#300 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
12%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Prairie Crossing Elementary School is ranked #300 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Prairie Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Prairie Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pine Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Prairie Crossing Elementary School?
612 students attend Prairie Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Prairie Crossing Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Crossing Elementary School?
Prairie Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Prairie Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Prairie Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Crossing Elementary School part of?
Prairie Crossing Elementary School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Crossing Elementary School located?
Prairie Crossing Elementary School is located in the Auburn Hills neighborhood of Parker, CO.
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